The recession, rising unemployment, searching for a job, keeping a job- all these present us with different challenges and also raise some questions.
- What does the future look like for Technical Communicators in the Valley?
- What skills will help me secure a job or help me keep the job I have?
- Will using social media effectively help me get the job I need?
- Is now a good time to retrain, retool? Rethink my goals?
- Start a new business?
On Tuesday, October 13th, the STC-Phoenix community will get together to discuss the economic climate in the Valley and to tackle the unemployment issues we face as Technical Communicators.
Be part of the solution-bring your questions (and solutions) and join in a lively discussion with our featured panelists:
Barry M. Maid, Professor and Head of Technical Communication at Arizona State
For more than fifteen years, Maid has actively participated in online communities and has used them as teaching/learning spaces. He has also done consulting/training for diverse groups in industry, government, and higher education. He will bring his unique perspective on the Technical Communication field and the current marketplace.
Sherry Michaels, President of Michaels & Associates
Having experienced several recessions, and managing a company through four of the toughest ones, Michaels brings an evaluative expertise focused on what it takes to be differentiated in a highly-competitive market. Sherry will answer questions on what to do in today’s highly-competitive marketplace.
Dinner Options
Meat Entrée: Pot Roast
Vegetarian Entrée: Oriental Vegetable Stir Fry with Steamed Veggies
All entrees include a tossed green salad, rolls, tea, coffee and dessert
Meeting Details
Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Networking at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., and program at 7.
Location
Phoenix Airport Hilton, 2435 South 47th Street, Phoenix, Arizona, USA, 85034-6410.
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Registration Information
Cost: Members $18, Non-member $35, Students $15, Program only $10
Bonus Points for Fall 2009-Spring 2010 Program Year/Free Dinner
Those who have contributed $60.00 or more for dinner meeting attendance, program only attendance, or a combination of the two, can enjoy dinner at the June meeting free of charge. (Virtual meeting does not count toward bonus points.)
New Member Incentive: Member and first-time guest
* $40 for two dinner/program
* $10 for two program only
Registration
The deadline is Thursday, October 8, 2009, at noon. We cannot guarantee a dinner to late registrants, although there may be one available. No-shows will be billed. To register, click here
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